ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL GROUPS FOR 2025
As we move through the New Year, each of us may be pondering do we want to be part of a Sunday school class. It is NEVER too late to be part of a vibrant class! Learning is never out of style! If you have been part of a Sunday school class and not attended for a while or just have the desire to be part of a Sunday school, there are five wonderful groups who meet regularly on Sundays just waiting for you to plug into for study, fellowship, and nurture! Let me share a bit about each class to help you find the right spot for you!
BIBLE BOOMERS
Style: Scripture/Sermon Topic Discussion Group
Facilitator: Steve Fraser
Facilitator: Steve Fraser
Located in Wheelus Hall
As the name implies, the Boomers use the Bible as the main resource for in-depth group discussions.
KOINONIA:
Style: Guided study & Discussion
Facilitators: Pastor Cara, Pastor Wilson, Michelle Rutherford
Facilitators: Pastor Cara, Pastor Wilson, Michelle Rutherford
Located in CE204/205
This group, which attracts younger adults and parents of preschool/ elementary-age children, includes critical interpretations of scripture, theology, history, and spiritual growth.
TRINITY:
Style: Traditional Bible Reading and Discussion Group
Facilitators: Jim & Lynn McCoy
Located in MB 2
Members take turns reading sections of the Bible before all discuss the message being shared, its historical context, and how the scripture applies to our lives today. Each member’s voice is very important to give insight to scripture and allows shared understanding. All levels of spiritual walk are welcomed! This group is truly a multi-generational and multi-cultural group.
WORD OF LIFE:
Style: Traditional Bible Study Aided by Study Guides
Facilitator: Robert Hopper
Facilitator: Robert Hopper
Located in MB 4
This group uses a variety of resources, often topical guides from the Life Guide Bible Study series and DVDs to focus their study of books, people, and themes of the Bible. The source of our studies is always the Bible itself. We do not address current social or political issues unless they happen to come out of studying certain scriptures.
VISIONS OF FAITH: ]
Style: Contemporary Topics Affecting Christian Life
Facilitator: Julie Haworth
Facilitator: Julie Haworth
Located in MB 3
This is a diverse group that learns from and supports one another in their faith journey. We rely on PCUSA resources congregational Advent/Lenten studies and video series studies like “The Chosen”. Typically, members facilitate short-term topics and community service projects that emphasize community, positive change in our society and Biblical scholarship.
ADULT BIBLE STUDY GROUPS FOR 2025
TUESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Andrea Bailey gmaandrea76@gmail.com
Location: MB2
Tuesdays, 10a-11:30a
This group is comprised of mature women who meet weekly on Tuesday morning. We have wonderful discussions using a study guide that is Bible-based. Most members eat lunch together after our meeting to extend our time of fellowship. Each meeting begins with a time of prayer and prayer requests. The group has been a good source of encouragement for one another.
WOMEN OF WONDER BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Peggy McAllaster peggymca@me.com or Paula Wilder paula.k.wilder@gmail.com
Location: MB4
Wednesdays, 10:30a-12p
Women of Wonder is a weekly Bible study meeting on Wednesday mornings. Our usual format is to open with prayer concerns followed by a Bible study led by various theology. We currently have 12 members and are always open to newcomers. Between studies we take a week off and have lunch at a nearby restaurant.
GENERATIONS OF GRACE WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Lynn McCoy jl.ect@verizon.net
Location: MB2
Thursdays starting on September 7, 7p-9p
The Generations of Grace Women’s Bible Study has been richly blessed! We meet on Thursday evenings between September and May. Each and every woman who has touched our group is so amazing! We study together, with the help of study guides which are chosen by the group and homework is involved! Even when someone cannot finish the lesson, they are encouraged to come participate, as each input or idea is teaching all of us! Attendance is not mandatory but is encouraged – we all have busy lives and sometimes it is important to take care of those demands, too! We have become a covenant group who study, share our concerns and praises, and pray together for each other! It is my great joy to facilitate this amazing group of faithful women both from Grace and outside Grace church! If you are feeling the need/want to take part in an evening Women’s Bible study, we would be happy to welcome you!
SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S BI-WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Bill Nicol bill.nicol@mygrande.net or Pedro Bertran pbcn411@gmail.com
Location: MB2
1st and 3rd Saturdays, 8a-10a
This Men’s Bible study meets on the first and third Saturday of each month. It is open to all men of the community. Bring a Bible and join the discussion.
FRIDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Pedro Bertran pbcn411@gmail.com
Location: MB2
Fridays, 7a-8a
The weekly men’s group uses focused study guides to assist in-depth studies of Bible books with the lead for discussions rotating each week among members.
MONDAY EVENING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Contact: Gary Hivnor ghivnor@gmail.com
Location: MB4
Mondays, 7p-8:30p
Each Monday evening, this men’s group meets from 7:00p-8:30p (or so) to study and discuss a variety of DVD-led series. Throughout the year, we will use a variety of topics, based on publicly available sources including the Presbytery Resource Center.
BLUE ANGELS STUDY GROUP
Contact: Tracey Davenport tracey@gracepc.org
Location: MB2
Mondays, 12p-1:30pThis weekly study meets on Mondays during the lunch hour. Past studies have included a deep dive into the Lord’s Prayer and exegetical scripture study. We study a variety of topics and discuss freely. All are welcome to bring a bag lunch and join us!